1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Peugeot 504 (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 504 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
